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8 Lessons from My Grandfather David Rockefeller

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Adam Rockefeller Growald

The historical side of my grandfather’s story has been told in many different forms. This is my way of honoring him, by sharing some of the lessons I have learned from the example of his life and death… Read More

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The 6 Motivations for Family Philanthropy

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Virginia M. Esposito

Why does your family give? This question is central to the work you do — because it helps understand the motivations behind your foundation’s mission. … Read More

Voices from the Field

Family Story and Philanthropy: A Connection That Can Shape Lifelong Giving

Posted on April 14, 2017 by Stephen Chambers, Heidi Druckemiller

A family’s story can have a profound impact on philanthropy. Often, however, there are gaps, inconsistencies, or contradictions in the story that can prompt questions. Did things really happen that way? Why were those decisions made? And, perhaps most importantly, what does it all mean?… Read More

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Nurturing Lifelong Philanthropy: Inspiring Youth to Share Their Time, Talent, and Treasure

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Jill Gordon

Let's take a moment to think about who introduced philanthropic behaviors in your life. Who inspired you to GIVE your time and help others? When did you begin to SERVE those around you? Why are you still ENGAGED in helping youth succeed? … Read More

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Community Foundations Family Philanthropy Network Topical Call: AdNet & Amelia Conference Follow-up Discussion (April 2017)

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Tony Macklin

A conversation sharing takeaways relevant to philanthropic services from the AdNet Conference and a gathering of larger community foundations—the Amelia group… Read More

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Does NCFP have any resources to help my board chair prepare their successor?

Posted on April 7, 2017 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

NCFP is happy to support this transition and we recommend the following resources to help you get started… Read More

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Can Structure Set You Free?

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Lenore Hanisch, June L. Wilson

Whether your foundation is committed to operating in perpetuity, or you’re considering a strategic lifespan, does defining the parameters of your foundation’s activity restrict or liberate you?… Read More

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Honoring the Legacy of David Rockefeller

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Virginia M. Esposito

But I will never forget that December day many years ago when a check arrived from David Rockefeller. Back then, I got to open the envelopes myself and what I pulled out looked like a personal check. I stared at it for a very long time, absorbing what it meant to me… Read More

Lessons from Family Philanthropy: Rockefeller Brothers Fund at 75

Posted on March 30, 2017 by Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Barbara Shubinski

Launching family foundations is often the expression of donors’ desires to establish a lasting legacy and to instill in future generations the importance of giving. But family foundations face certain common pitfalls as well. The RBF is often held up as an example of a family foundation that has weathered these storms successfully. How might the ingredients of its success be described? What lessons can it offer?… Read More

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How Can I Be 1% More?

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Philanthropy Northwest, June L. Wilson

I believe that Quixote Foundation’s reflective practices allowed us to hold multiple truths while engaging in internal and often uncomfortable racial equity training. Our ability to do this work at every level of the organization made a tremendous difference in our final year of grantmaking and grantee engagement… Read More

8 Lessons from My Grandfather David Rockefeller

National Center for Family Philanthropy

8 Lessons from My Grandfather David Rockefeller

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Adam Rockefeller Growald

The 6 Motivations for Family Philanthropy

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Virginia M. Esposito

Family Story and Philanthropy: A Connection That Can Shape Lifelong Giving

Posted on April 14, 2017 by Stephen Chambers, Heidi Druckemiller

Nurturing Lifelong Philanthropy: Inspiring Youth to Share Their Time, Talent, and Treasure

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Jill Gordon

Community Foundations Family Philanthropy Network Topical Call: AdNet & Amelia Conference Follow-up Discussion (April 2017)

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Tony Macklin

Does NCFP have any resources to help my board chair prepare their successor?

Posted on April 7, 2017 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

Can Structure Set You Free?

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Lenore Hanisch, June L. Wilson

Honoring the Legacy of David Rockefeller

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Virginia M. Esposito

Lessons from Family Philanthropy: Rockefeller Brothers Fund at 75

Posted on March 30, 2017 by Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Barbara Shubinski

How Can I Be 1% More?

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Philanthropy Northwest, June L. Wilson

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